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Monday, February 18, 2013

If You Don't Think You Need An Architect - Read This

I Couldn't Have Said It Better Myself

After thirty plus years as an architect, I have heard every excuse and unsubstantiated reason NOT to hire an architect. I have also witnessed the unmitigated disasters that can result when unwitting owners decide to either take on the duties an architect can provide or - worse case scenario - turn those decisions over to the least qualified person to represent their interests - the contractor. I worked as Director of Preconstruction for a medium size general contractor, so I know of what I speak.

In that vain, I thought the first post on my new web site, Doyle Lee Stafford Architect, would be an entertaining and educational article for owners who plan to undertake any design/construction project. This post, from Lee Calisti architecture + design, describes in great detail the inherent perils of NOT hiring the most educated, experienced, unbiased and client centered professional in the building food chain. So, without further adieu, here is a great article that will help give you answers to everything you ever wanted to know about hiring an architect, but, were afraid to ask.